Summer Camp Golf Classic

A unique feature of the Golf Classic is a Special Olympics golfer (Alex Sklar in red vest) playing three holes with each foursome.

The SODE Summer Camp Golf Classic (formerly the SODE Golf Classic) is an annual tournament held at Bidermann Golf Course that not only offers participants the chance to play one of the finest golf courses in the area, but also features the opportunity for each foursome to play several holes with a Special Olympics Delaware golfer – an aspect many of the players say is the tournament highlight!

Date, time and location

Information about the event

The tournament benefits the two annual SODE Summer Camps at Camp Barnes. More than 150 athletes attend the three-day, two-night camps offered in July and August, and experience all the fun of a summer camp, including canoeing, kayaking, swimming, sports and much, much more.

At the tournament, golfers have the special opportunity to sponsor an individual athlete to attend camp, giving that person a true summer camp experience.

In addition, during the tournament each foursome is afforded the opportunity to play three holes with a Special Olympics golfer. And yes, their shots count ... and are often needed!

History of the event

The tournament began in 2001 and was held at several different courses before moving to Bidermann in 2013.